So Wednesday’s game closed out a three-game series, but The K won’t be quiet for long. The Royals have an off-day Thursday before welcoming the Seattle Mariners to town on Friday night.
And the best thing about Fridays at The K? Win or lose, there will be fireworks afterward.
Until then, here are some images from Wednesday’s series finale against Boston, as snapped by Kansas City Star visual journalist Dominick Williams.
Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro holds his hat over his heart during the national anthem prior to the Royals game vs. the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals players stand during the national anthem before a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran takes a few practice swings before stepping to the plate against the Royals during a game on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha delivers during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone gets a lead off first base during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha warms up ahead of a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha warms up before a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha throws a pitch during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. snags a ground ball during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia stares down a pitch during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia bats during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals team captain Salvador Perez hits a home run against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals team captain Salvador Perez, right, flexes after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro talks with an assistant during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
A hit ball sails over the head of Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) during the Royals game vs. the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia throws the ball to first base to complete a double play against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha walks off the field after striking out a Boston Red Sox batter on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. brushes dirt off his shoulder after hitting a double against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras (40) kisses his glove between pitches during a game against the Royals on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia looks toward the dugout during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals catcher Elias Díaz (No. 43) bumps forearms with teammate Salvador Perez, left, after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals catcher Elias Díaz (43) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (13) blows a bubble between pitches during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is ready for the next batter during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Boston Red Sox fielders can’t make the catch during a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. walks off the field after striking out against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) throws a Boston Red Sox runner out at first base on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals left fielder Isaac Collins catches a fly ball hit by a Boston Red Sox batter on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Daniel Lynch IV throws against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Daniel Lynch IV passes the ball to manager Matt Quatraro after being pulled from a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran runs out a triple against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran slides into third base for a triple late in a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia watches a piece of cotton float by during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro watches from the dugout during a game against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen tags out Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran at home plate on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen comes off the field after tagging out Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran at home plate on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas City Royals pitcher Alex Lange celebrates with teammate and catcher Carter Jensen (22) after the latter tagged out Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
This story was originally published May 20, 2026 at 11:19 PM.
